The walls of our house are pale terracotta washed plaster with recycled windows throughout. What colour is going to go with the terracotta? This pic is a bit washed out sorry.
Looking at the bench , I assume that aged look is what you are going for ? How artistic are you ? I'm thinking you'd carry on in a similar vein -- paint the trim in white , but while its still damp ( so within say 30 minutes ) dab on some off-white and even buttery cream , using a sponge , in a bit of a 'rub' pattern .
Likewise , I quite like the faded blue jeans look on the sill -- thats a bit harder to do , but maybe a cream base , then thin the blue with turps or water , and also sponge it on , but basically in solid rubs , like you were nuggetting your shoes .
White will give you a fresh look whereas greens and blues with give you a more earthy look. Google images of places such as Portafino in Italy or coastal towns in Provence France, where all shades of terracotta and much more are typical. The French tend to use blue more and the Italians the green but it is not a rule and individuality is prized. What style of house and garden are you wanting to fit in with?
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